Care Home Heroes Embark on Charity Walk for Hospice
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Ex-teacher, 77, jailed for historic school sex crimes
A retired teacher from Solihull has been sentenced to prison after being convicted of sexually abusing young boys during the 1970s and 1980s, following a courageous investigation into historical offences.
Widnes Hospitals Win Prestigious National Healthcare Award
Hospitals in Widnes are celebrating after receiving national recognition for their exceptional patient care and staff development in the prestigious Health Service Journal Awards.
M&S Profits Soar 58% in Stunning Turnaround
Marks & Spencer's transformation strategy delivers impressive results with clothing and home sales climbing 5.7% and food revenue up 13%, signalling a major retail comeback story.
The Entertainer announces major job cuts amid cost crisis
Britain's beloved toy chain The Entertainer faces tough restructuring with significant job losses as rising costs and tax pressures hit the retail sector hard.
ASOS cuts 500 jobs in UK restructuring
Online fashion giant ASOS announces significant workforce reduction affecting 500 roles across UK operations, including key Birmingham distribution centres, as part of cost-cutting measures.
Walsall thug banned for brutal puppy beating
A violent offender from Walsall has been handed a 10-year ban from keeping animals after subjecting a young puppy to a horrific beating, in a case that has shocked the RSPCA and local community.
Violence against shop workers surges by one-third
Shocking new data reveals a dramatic surge in physical assaults and verbal abuse targeting retail staff across Britain, with Co-op reporting over 1,000 incidents daily.
Waitrose Implements New £50 Checkout Rule
Waitrose introduces a significant policy change affecting self-service checkout payments, setting a £50 minimum for card transactions to combat theft and streamline operations.
Aldi to open 16 new UK stores in major expansion
Discount supermarket giant Aldi announces major expansion with 16 new stores planned across the UK, creating hundreds of jobs and bringing bargain groceries to more communities.
Primark Owner ABF Considers Business Separation
Associated British Foods is exploring a potential separation of its retail and grocery divisions, a move that could reshape the future of Primark and its 400+ stores across the UK and internationally.
Mum of 10 targeted by trolls over benefits
A Birmingham mother facing cruel online abuse for using legitimate government support breaks her silence about the trolling epidemic affecting families during the cost of living crisis.
Nursing duo retire after 75 years of NHS service
Two dedicated nurses with a combined 75 years of NHS service retire from North Manchester General Hospital, leaving behind a legacy of compassion and clinical excellence.
Somerset Jewellery Store Closes After 65 Years
The historic H. Tobys jewellery shop in Taunton has closed its doors permanently, marking the end of an era for the high street after nearly seven decades of trading.
Fenwick dramatically reduces losses in retail turnaround
Historic British retailer Fenwick reports significantly reduced losses as strategic restructuring takes effect, with sales growth across all stores signalling retail recovery.
Train staff hero fights knife attacker at Birmingham station
A courageous member of train staff fought off a knife attacker at Birmingham New Street station, preventing potential tragedy in a shocking daylight confrontation.
Train guard's heartbreaking reply goes viral
A poignant exchange between a railway worker and passenger reveals the hidden emotional toll on transport staff, sparking widespread discussion about compassion in public transport.
Hero staff stop train knife attack in West Midlands
Courageous railway employees disarmed a knifeman during a horrific attack on a West Midlands train, with new details emerging about their heroic actions that prevented greater tragedy.
Disabled man's 7-month gang terror ordeal in Birmingham
A vulnerable Birmingham man with cerebral palsy suffered seven months of brutal attacks by a teenage gang who subjected him to horrific violence and humiliation in his own home.
Aston Villa's Vidagany departs in backroom shake-up
Aston Villa faces significant backroom turmoil as Unai Emery's trusted lieutenant Damian Vidagany exits the club, marking the latest in a series of high-profile departures from Villa Park this summer.
Birmingham A&E Staff Honoured in First Appreciation Week
University Hospitals Birmingham NHS Foundation Trust launches first-ever A&E Appreciation Week, celebrating the incredible dedication of emergency department staff across city hospitals.
Nationwide pays £100 bonus to 3,800 staff
Nationwide Building Society announces surprise £100 payment to frontline employees as recognition for their dedication during the ongoing cost of living crisis.
Family's emotional thank you to Stockport ICU team
A grateful Stockport family returns to Stepping Hill Hospital's intensive care unit with a special anniversary gift to thank the team that provided life-saving treatment during their darkest hours.
Strictly star's sister speaks out against online trolls
Emotional appeal from Strictly Come Dancing star Amber Davies' sister as she confronts cruel online trolls following a deeply personal family tragedy.
WHSmith Opens First Standalone Post Office Branch
In a revolutionary move for the UK retail sector, WHSmith has launched its inaugural standalone Post Office branch, merging traditional postal services with modern convenience in a groundbreaking new format.
Eastern Airways makes majority of staff redundant
Regional airline Eastern Airways has confirmed devastating job cuts affecting the majority of its workforce as part of a significant operational overhaul following route reductions.
Therapy Dog Her Wins National Award for Hospital Work
A dedicated therapy dog named Her and her hospital chaplain owner receive national recognition for their outstanding work comforting patients and staff across NHS hospitals in the Midlands.
hmv Expands Vinyl Empire with New UK & Ireland Stores
The legendary entertainment retailer hmv is making a triumphant return to the high street, announcing ambitious expansion plans that will bring new vinyl-focused stores to key locations across the UK and Ireland throughout 2025.
Wetherspoons Staff Reveal Secret Customer Code Words
Former and current Wetherspoons employees have disclosed the covert communication system used in UK pubs to alert colleagues about difficult customers and problematic situations.
Wilko to shut all stores by October - 12,500 jobs at risk
Beloved UK retailer Wilko enters administration, putting 12,500 jobs at risk as all 400 stores prepare to close permanently by early October, marking the end of an era for British high streets.
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